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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said Wednesday that he hasn’t heard anything from the NFL that would prevent Stefon Diggs from playing in Sunday’s regular-season finale as the receiver faces strangulation and other criminal charges in connection with a dispute with his former private chef.

Patriots coach echoes support for Stefon Diggs; hasn’t heard from NFL following criminal charges

Schottenheimer allegedly denied Diggs' request to remain with family after Christmas Day winFox News Flash top sports headlines for December 31Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com.New details have emerged about a reported Christmas Day rift between All-Pro cornerback Trevon Diggs and the Dallas Cowboys that preceded the team’s decision to waive him ahead of the final game of the season.

Trevon Diggs had Christmas Day dispute with Cowboys days before release: reports

The calendar is flipping from 2025 to 2026 this week, and whether you're looking to start off the new year with a cup of coffee, a sit-down breakfast, or looking for some retail therapy, consumers should have some options on New Year's Day.Most restaurant, grocery and retail chains will be open on Jan. 1, albeit some under adjusted hours.

What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2026? Here's what to know

Tatiana Schlossberg, daughter of Caroline Kennedy and granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, has died following a battle with terminal cancer."Our beautiful Tatiana passed away this morning," the JFK Library Foundation said in a statement on Tuesday. "She will always be in our hearts."

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, has died

A Disney employee threw himself in front of a runaway rubber boulder, getting injured as he shielded guests from the 400-pound prop during an Indiana Jones themed attraction, officials at the Florida park said Wednesday.Fans at Disney’s Hollywood Studios were all set to see a demonstration of the “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular” when viral video captured the wild moments of the massive ball rolling off its track .

Disney park worker hurt shielding crowd from 400-pound runaway prop in Indiana Jones show

After learning her husband had been lying about his earnings, one woman told him she was breaking their long-standing agreement — even if it made him cryNEED TO KNOWA new mom learned her husband lied about his income and secretly saved over $45,000 without her knowledgeAfter discovering the hidden account, she told him she was returning to work and placing their newborn in daycare

She Agreed to Be a Stay-at-Home Mom, Until She Found Out Her Husband Had a Secret Bank Account with $45K

The changes come months after top Trump administration officials promised changes to the longstanding food assistance programs. At least 18 states will make changes in 2026, according to the USDA.Millions of SNAP recipients are about to face new limitations on what they can use the federal assistance program to buy, including bans on soda, energy drinks and candy, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Soda, candy cut for many SNAP users starting Jan. 1. What states are affected?

WASHINGTON -- Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week with layoffs remaining low despite a weakening labor market.U.S. applications for jobless claims for the week ending Dec. 27 fell by 16,000 to 199,000 from the previous week’s 215,000, the Labor Department reported Wednesday. Analysts surveyed by the data firm FactSet forecast 208,000 new applications.

US applications for jobless benefits fell below 200,000 last week

Actor's final role was in Netflix's 'The Residence', with voice work in upcoming Pixar film 'Hoppers' set for 2026 releaseFox News Flash top entertainment headlines of December 30Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here."The Wire" star Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died.

Isiah Whitlock Jr dies at 71 after decades-long career spanning 'The Wire', 'Veep' and Spike Lee films

Tom Wait provides the latest in the ongoing coverage of three bodies that were discovered on Mt. Baldy on Monday after search and rescue crews were called to help a 19-year-old hiker who fell 500 feet down an embankment.

Hiking trails closed after search and rescue crews find three bodies on Mt. Baldy

Even with the end of "Stranger Things" in sight, Netflix is keeping the door open three inches for more.The Netflix phenomenon is about to come to an end, with its highly anticipated series finale hitting the streamer on New Year's Eve. But while the final episode will wrap the mainline show, it won't be the last fans see of the "Stranger Things" world.

What's next for 'Stranger Things'? What we know about spinoff series

The Department of Justice is asking for help reviewing 5.2 million pages of unreviewed documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, seeking to enlist 400 lawyers total from its criminal and national security divisions along with the U.S. attorneys' offices in Florida and New York, according to people familiar with the matter.

DOJ seeks to enlist 400 attorneys to review 5M pages of Epstein docs: Sources

A couple of dog owners left their dog alone in the living for the first time—they were not ready for what they found on their return.In a post shared on Threads on Friday under the username @lisacorbz1, the poster shared a picture showing the state of the living room when they came back home, and it was a total mess.

Dog Left Home Alone for First Time, Horror at What Owner Sees on Her Return

Olympic icon Greg Louganis returned to the United States for the holidays — but the American diving legend didn’t stick around for long after announcing his big life change earlier this year.Louganis, 65, traveled to Hawaii to visit his family — including his father, sisters and brother — for a quick visit before heading back to Panama, his current home.

Olympic Legend Greg Louganis Gives Life Update After Selling Medals and Leaving United States

Pay Dirt is Slate’s money advice column. Have a question? Send it to Kristin and Ilyce here. (It’s anonymous!)Dear Pay Dirt,I am hoping you can help me understand something. My father’s parents died many years ago, when I was a child.

I Finally Found Out Why My Dad Is Estranged From His Brothers. I’m More Confused Than Ever.

Kim Kardashian was finally able to wrangle all four kids for a Christmas photo shoot after failing to do so over the holiday.The Skims founder shared images with her brood during her family’s Christmas Eve celebration last Wednesday.Kardashian was seen posing in front of snow-covered trees with her sons Saint, 10, and Psalm, 6, and daughters North, 12, and Chicago, 7.

Kim Kardashian finally gets all 4 kids in sweet Christmas snaps after failed attempts

Chinese oil tankers are pressing ahead with Venezuela-linked voyages despite a U.S. blockade and an escalating campaign of tanker seizures.Two Chinese-flagged VLCCs are operating near Venezuelan waters, with the Thousand Sunny due to arrive in mid-January and the Xing Ye waiting off French Guiana, according to a new report by Lloyd's List.

Chinese Oil Tankers Challenge US Blockade off Venezuela

A puppy found abandoned in grueling conditions at a Florida park has died, despite efforts by rescuers to save him.Frosty, a purebred Shiba Inu, was rescued two days after nine puppies and their two moms were left inside a plastic storage bin at Taylor Park in Largo on December 19.

'World's bravest puppy' meets tragic end after being dumped in park

After decades of isolation and lack of exposure to members of the public, the Whittaker family in West Virginia shot to fame after a filmmaker shone a light on the family situation in 2020Down a rutted dirt track in Odd, West Virginia, past sagging fences and thick tree lines, sits the Whittaker property.

Inside home of America's 'most inbred family' including disturbing meal on stove

The original poster said her husband works a blue collar job while she's a stay at home momNEED TO KNOWA pregnant mom isn't sure what to do when her husband tells her he doesn't feel supportedThe original poster said she hasn't been able to do a lot of her housework since she's been pregnant

Mom 'Worked Very Hard' to Get Pregnant with Baby No. 2. Now, Her Husband Tells Her He 'Doesn't Feel Supported'

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The Trump administration ordered an aging coal-fired power plant in Colorado to stay open on Tuesday, a day before it was set to be retired.The order from Energy Secretary Chris Wright will keep the nearly 50-year-old Craig Generating Station Unit 1 in northwest Colorado operating until the end of March, with an option to extend it further.

The Trump administration just ordered another retiring coal plant to stay open. It could cost ratepayers millions

WASHINGTON ‒ President Donald Trump issued his first vetoes of his second term just before the end of the year, blocking two bipartisan bills involving infrastructure.One of the bills, H.R. 131, sought to finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit, a water pipeline under construction to provide municipal and industrial water to communities in southeastern Colorado.

Trump draws ire of Lauren Boebert after veto of Colorado water project

Viral mutations are driving a surge in illness. Can Americans trust the Trump admin for guidance?Published November 28, 2025 12:00PM (EST)Flu season is here and it’s already shaping up to be a pretty intense one. Illness is predicted to spread faster, infect more people and put higher-risk groups at greater chance of being seriously ill or hospitalized.

RFK is in charge of flu season — and trouble may be ahead

Food and nutrition expert Laura Fuentes has shared a simple recipe for sauteed cabbage that requires one "secret ingredient" to make the vegetable taste even betterCabbage is a flexible vegetable that works brilliantly as a side dish for numerous main courses, from a sausage and potato traybake to a chicken roast dinner.

Cabbage tastes 'much better' when you add in 1 simple ingredient at the end

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel faced the media on Wednesday to address the recent allegations made against Stefon Diggs and Christian Barmore ... saying the team won't jump to any conclusions as the legal process plays out.Vrabel spoke about his two players' current situations minutes ago ... and when he was asked how "disappointing" it was to deal with those distractions ahead of a matchup with the Miami Dolphins, he said that wasn't the case.

Patriots Coach Mike Vrabel Speaks on Stefon Diggs, Christian Barmore Charges

The Quadrantids will be harder to see than usual due to the bright full moon. Here's how to get the best views.Skywatchers are set for a double helping of celestial sights on Saturday, Jan. 3, when the rise of the first full moon of 2026 will be followed shortly by the peak of one of the strongest meteor showers of the year.

Quadrantid meteor shower peaks this week: How to see the first 'shooting' stars of the year

Jordan Wilmore is taller than O'Neal at seven-foot-threeFox News Flash top sports headlines for December 31Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com.Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal had 3,026 assists in his NBA career, but one of his biggest assists came long after his retirement.

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal sponsors former basketball player's attempt to be tallest police officer in Texas

If it felt like every other week came with a “safety recall” headline, you weren’t paranoid. You were paying attention. The 2025 recall leaderboard turned into a contact sport, and you’re the one who has to take the call, book the appointment, and lose the afternoon.

The 2025 Recall Numbers Are In—Why You Should Check Your VIN, Not the Brand

The House Judiciary Committee on New Year’s Eve released a transcript and video of its closed-door hearing with Jack Smith, the former special counsel who led the two failed prosecutions of President Donald Trump.The deposition conducted earlier this month lasted more than eight hours, during which Smith was grilled by lawmakers over the twin criminal investigations into Trump – one probing the mishandling and retention of classified documents and a second inquiry into his role in attempting to overturn the 2020 election.

House Judiciary Committee releases video and transcript of Jack Smith deposition

For everyone out there who thinks planes are so automated these days they’re just taking off and landing themselves, leaving the pilots with nothing to do in between, this story is for you. For the first time outside of a demo or test flight, an airplane successfully landed itself after an in-flight emergency.

Plane Lands Itself After In-Flight Emergency for the First Time

2025 has been a very peculiar year. For many, it has been a particularly challenging year for various reasons, while for others, it was a year of celebration and accolades. Like most years, the Black community experienced both tremendous highs and lows. Among the lows are the lives lost—some quite publicly and others silently, shared via family (or friends) social media posts.

In memoriam to those we lost in 2025

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department is scrambling to review about 5.2 million pages related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to comply with a law passed by Congress, a source familiar with the operation told NBC News on Tuesday night.That number is much higher than previously known.